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It was a fantastic day for the members of Hexham Football Club on Saturday (26th Nov 11) when their brand new football centre was opened. This facility has been in the planning stage for what seems like ages but to see the finished article it was well worth the wait.
The centre comprises of 2 junior pitches a floodlit training area with a club meeting room and kitchen with changing facilities for players and match officials. The final cost of the development was a mind boggling £872,000 which was found by a massive donation from the Football Foundation and also a large sum from Northumberland County Council. The club managed to raise £30,000 and with help from local companies and councillors the final total was achieved.

The opening ceremony was performed by Ex England international Paul Bracewell who had an audience of representatives from all the donating companies that were available local councillors, County and club officials and some players who were not on match duty
The day was opened by Councillors Neil Bradbury and Derek Kennedy who spoke on behalf of the County who intern Club Officials Jon Armstrong and Doug Robson replied on behalf of the Football Club. It was a day of thanks to all concerned over the years this has been in progress but it was agreed that this was a superb facility and well worth the effort.
After Paul unveiled the plaque some official photos were taken in and outside of the building where some of the juniors got the chance to display their talents. After that is was back inside and Paul was collard by the players for autographs and a question and answer session on his long and distinguished career.
A truly memorable day for the club and the town and the club would like to thank everyone involved to assure them it is very much required and appreciated.